Uruma
Japan · OkinawaJP
City in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan
Uruma is a city located in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. The modern city of Uruma was established on April 1, 2005, when the cities of Gushikawa and Ishikawa were merged with the towns of Katsuren and Yonashiro. As of 1 October 2020, the city has an estimated population of 125,303 and a population density of 1,500 people per km2. The total area is 86.00 km2. The city covers part of the east coast of the south of Okinawa Island, the Katsuren Peninsula, and the eight Yokatsu Islands. The Yokatsu Islands include numerous sites important to the Ryukyuan religion, and the city as a whole has numerous historical sites, including: Katsuren Castle, Agena Castle, and Iha Castle and the Iha Shell Mound. It is home to the largest venue for Okinawan bullfighting. The Mid-Sea Road, which crosses the ocean and connects the Yokatsu Islands to the main island of Okinawa, is now a symbol of Uruma.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 116,979
- Coordinates
- 26.376, 127.859
- Timezone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Elevation
- 204 m
Overview of Uruma
Uruma sits in Okinawa, Japan and reads as a mid-sized city. With 116,979 residents, it is easy to gauge its scale. Because it is northern-hemisphere, timing matters. Handy context when you build an itinerary. Our data highlights water sports above everything else.
Things to do in Uruma
Water Sports in Uruma
(2)Uruma records Wakeboard and Water Skiing under water sports. It is a direct read of Uruma's activity profile. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Best time to visit Uruma
Plan water days for June to September. Winter-sports plans point to December to February.
Getting there & around
Uruma is mid-sized: regional trains or buses usually get you in, and the centre is walkable. The local time zone is Asia/Tokyo.
Similar destinations
Places near Uruma that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Uruma known for?
- Uruma is mainly a destination for water sports, set in Okinawa, Japan with around 116,979 inhabitants.
- What can you do in Uruma?
- You can plan around Wakeboard and Water Skiing in Uruma. Each is tagged in our dataset rather than guessed at.
- When is the best time to visit Uruma?
- Plan water days for June to September. Winter-sports plans point to December to February.
- Where is Uruma located?
- Administratively, Uruma sits in Okinawa, Japan — handy when you group several destinations into one trip.
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